Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $55,106, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,000 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Has anyone dealt with this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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waylon_mind
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Baltimore it's pretty good.
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fresno_daniel
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in The Heights area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Lydia Clark
accurate
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Lucas Thomas
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a project manager, 29, moved here 6 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Sunset and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Close to major attractions
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Property taxes are high
3. The community vibe situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for singles. solid vibes, walkable.
- South: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Diego, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Thomas Garcia
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a teacher who relocated here from San Francisco about 5 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are established, gas is challenging.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Everett
nah I disagree
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Kennedy Kelly
I've been living here for 15 years and I'd say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The weather is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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Serenity Campbell
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the West side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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